ARK Tarps and Woven Tarps

ARK Tarps and Woven Tarps

COMPARISON ARK TARPS – WOVEN TARPS

ARK Tarps are a far superior product compared to Woven Tarps.

Woven Tarps are made of 3 layers. The central layer is the thickest, and is made of loosely woven PE/ PP strands. This central layer is neither Waterproof nor is it UV resistant. The central layers are laminated on both sides by thin layers of waterproof films. The waterproofing and UV resistance of the tarp is only in the coating layers. So if you are buying a 300GSM woven tarp, you are only getting waterproofing in the thin layers of coating, and not through the entire material thickness. Therefore after some time, the coating starts to peel and crack, and the Tarp is no longer usable for purpose.

ARK Tarps are made of Multi-layered, Cross laminated film. Each layer is made of XF film and all layers are completely waterproof and UV-resistant. So if you are buying a 300GSM XF Film Tarp, you are getting a Tarp which is waterproof and UV resistant through the complete material thickness, and not just the top layers.

ARK Tarps also provide significant savings. You can use a 150GSM XF film tarp to achieve the same, if not better, results, as compared to a 300GSM woven tarp. Plus it has excellent Abrasion resistance, and Tear strength, and with its high stretch properties, it performs well in windy conditions. Using a lighter tarp results in easier installation and take downs.

To give you an example a 15mtr x 30mtr ARK tarp of 150 GSM will weigh 67kgs whereas a 15mtr x 30mtr woven tarp of 300GSM will weigh 135kgs. Talk about being lean, mean and efficient, and easier on the arm!

UV Test reports

The performance of XF film Tarps and Woven Tarps were tested in a lab in Nuremberg, Germany, and the Test results are fascinating.

“In a direct test, XF Tarps of 90GSM, and 120GSM were compared to a conventional tarpaulin with Extra strength 140GSM material. It was found that after simulated exposure of 4 to 5 years equivalent of heat and radiation, the XF film tarps practically did not show any change, with the yield strength dropping by only -12% approx and the breaking elongation actually increasing as compared to the original, and it remained completely impermeable to water. Whereas for Woven Tarps, the yield strength falls by 60% and the breaking elongation falls by about 80% of the original. The Woven tarp sheet is torn and practically worn out and is no longer water proof, and the sheet has become completely brittle.”

A full copy of the Test results is available on request.

ARK Tarps and Woven Tarps Quality comparison

Given below is a summary of the Quality Differences between ARK Tarps and Woven tarps:

GSM is clearly indicated and all tarps come with a maximum variation of +/- 10%

The GSM indicated can have a variation of +/- 20%.

Eyelets

ARK tarps come with Ultrasonically welded plastic eyelets which form an integral part of the Tarp. These withstand much higher stresses in field use, and do not rust.

Comes with Riveted eyelets which break off on pressure. Also prone to rust and corrosion.

Waterproof

100% Waterproof for EVER

Waterproof, but for a very short run

Re-cycling

100% Recyclable

Not known

Resistance

Resistant to most Chemicals and Alkalies

Not known

Safety

Drinking water safe / Safe for fishes

Not known

Size

Available in Finish sizes – you get exactly what you pay for – if you buy a 10mtr x 15mtr tarp, you will get a finished tarp of 10mtr x 15mtr. And these DO NOT SHRINK

Sold in CUT sizes….you pay for 10mtr x 15mtr, but actual size can be 9.3mtr x 14mtr or almost 5~7% short.
Canvas tarps also shrink after use.

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ARK Tarps provides high-quality products that allow you to experience the XF difference! This means that our multi-use tarpaulins and XF-Film products will meet all of your various requirements and more. From Agricultural and Construction applications to General Covers and Applications, whatever your need, ARK Tarps has got you covered!